Simita Kumar: “This removes a significant barrier for domestic abuse victims, the vast majority of whom are women and are too often…”

We strongly urge the UK Government to reconsider the scale of these reductions and to set out clearly how it intends to maintain meaningful support for countries facing significant development challenges.

My heart goes out to everyone in Venezuela who has lost their loved ones or their home in the wake of these devastating earthquakes.

Scotland has a proud tradition of standing with communities in their darkest hours and will play its part in supporting the international humanitarian effort in Venezuela.

Scotland is a diverse, multicultural, inclusive and welcoming nation and those who choose to make their lives here are valued members of our communities.